Sycamore Gap's Legacy Lives On: Cuttings and Seedlings Thrive

Efforts to propagate the Sycamore Gap tree, which was felled in September near Hadrian's Wall in northern England, are showing signs of success, with over 30% of the mature seeds and half of the cuttings expected to be viable. The National Trust is hopeful that some will grow into strong saplings, providing a new future for the beloved tree. The tree's trunk might also regrow, but it will take time to determine. A 16-year-old boy who was initially arrested for the vandalism will face no further action, while the focus is now on three other suspects. The felling of the tree also damaged Hadrian's Wall, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The public response to the loss of the tree has been significant, with nearly 17 million people following the news through the National Trust's social media channels.